Ormskirk youngsters to cycle 150 miles to raise money for rugby team

Ormskirk Rugby Union U10s are gearing up to cycle 150 miles to raise much-needed funds for the team.

The youngsters are heading down to play against Banbury and Buckingham on May 1, thanks to coaches Richard Sawyer and Steve Dewhurst.

Ahead of the trip, Steve has organised for the team to complete the sponsored cycle of 150 miles to Banbury RUFC­ - without actually travelling anywhere.

He said: "Thanks to fellow coach Gareth Lougher, the players will be using the facilities and exercise bikes kindly offered by Edge Hill University, to undertake the challenge and peddle a combined total of 150 miles.

"The lads were panicking at first thinking they had to physically cycle down to Banbury!”

A number of the players will be cycling together 'in the name of fun­', with Steve cheering from the sidelines.

He added: "Any monies raised will be put towards the team's tour, kits and team-building days out."

The event in March is the first fundraiser held by the team, with more events expected in the coming weeks.

The Ormskirk team recently visited the Edge Hill campus, to have a look around and see what to expect.